Donna Davis | Professional Portfolio
Module 4 Showcase 2:
Grant Cycle A Reviews
This section presents my review of Mickael Eubanks' grant proposal titled Strengthening Family Bonds: Online Co-Parenting Education for Incarcerated Individuals Near Release.
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The Strengthening Family Bonds grant proposal presents a well-structured, evidence-based initiative to support incarcerated individuals nearing release by providing online co-parenting education. The project effectively addresses the challenges of co-parenting after incarceration by leveraging established digital platforms such as Children in Between Online and High Conflict Solutions. The proposal strongly aligns with research highlighting the importance of family connections in reducing recidivism and improving child well-being. Additionally, including necessary technology ensures accessibility for incarcerated participants, making this an innovative and practical approach.
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The proposal’s detailed implementation and evaluation plan further strengthen its feasibility. By partnering with Jackson County Correctional Facility, the project ensures a targeted outreach strategy for eligible participants. Using pre and post-program surveys, focus groups, and long-term follow-up evaluations enhances its potential for measuring meaningful outcomes. With a well-defined budget and a clear commitment to sustainable impact, this project has the potential to improve post-incarceration family dynamics while supporting successful community reintegration significantly.
This section reflects my review of Jeremy Tucker's grant proposal that requests funding to integrate SpHero BOLT robots with mobile technology and address the issue of passive learning by involving students in coding and problem-solving activities.
The Georgia Teachers Initiative Grant proposal outlines a clear and well-organized plan for integrating SpHero BOLT robots and mobile technology into the classroom, promoting hands-on and interactive learning. By bridging the gap between virtual coding and real-world problem-solving, this initiative aligns with the grant's definition of innovation, challenging traditional teaching methods and redefining student engagement in computer science education. The proposal reflects thorough research and emphasizes collaboration between educators and students, ensuring the plan can be scaled across multiple schools. The request for tablets and a secure charging cart is well-founded, demonstrating a direct connection between the resources needed and their anticipated impact on student learning outcomes.
The proposal's goals focus on ensuring that students develop computational thinking, problem-solving, and programming skills. Additionally, the emphasis on innovation as a way to address post-pandemic student apathy underscores its broader impact on student motivation and success. The applicant's passion for teaching and commitment to providing real-world applicable learning experiences further enhance the proposal's merit, making it a strong candidate for funding.